Mary M. Limore

Mary M. Limore, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Bunch, Oklahoma, on August 18, 2025, at the age of 91. Mary was born on December 7, 1933, in Hughes County, Oklahoma. Throughout her beautiful life, she was known for her strength, kindness, and unwavering love for her family. She carried with her a gentle spirit and a warm heart. 

She married the love of her life, George Limore, on July 14, 1951. Mary was a cook at Greasy School for over 20 years. Mary’s greatest joy was her family, and she devoted her life to caring for and supporting them. She loved to cook for her loved ones, filling her home with warmth, comfort, and the smell of her delicious cooking. She had a passion for flowers and spent countless hours tending to her flower beds, finding peace and joy in the beauty of her garden. She also enjoyed sewing, creating with her hands, and sharing her talents with her loved ones. 

She is survived by her sons, Willie Limore and wife Rita, and Kevin Limore and wife Mary Sue; her daughters, Cheryl Kimble, Karen Hardbarger, Teresa Batt and husband Ronnie, and Lori Kimble and husband Andy; and her sisters, Ella Harper and husband Tommy, and Daisy Poor and husband Kenny. Mary was blessed with 17 grandchildren, who lovingly carry forward her memory: Johnathan Limore, Kristen Raines, Lana Hammer, Brad Kimble, Michelle Bunch, Denton Hardbarger, Randall Hardbarger, Ronnie Batt Jr., Joseph Batt, Mykah Kendrick, Coby Batt, Denise Hooper, Nick Fredrick, Brandon Fredrick, Drew Kimble, Kace Kimble, and Kane Kimble. She also leaves behind 28 great-grandchildren and 9 great-great-grandchildren, along with a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family members who will cherish her memory forever. 

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, George Limore; her precious daughter, Mary June Limore; her parents, Pete Madison Jones and Nora Belle Jones; her mother-in-law, Edna Limore; her brothers, Paul Jones and Silas Jones; her sisters, Nellie Faye Jones, Martha Reel, Connie Roberts, and Ruth Rodriguez; her sons-in-law, Mike Kimble and Darrell Hardbarger; and her great-grandson, Breydon Hammer. 

Mary leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and perseverance. Though she will be deeply missed, her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and all who were blessed to know her. 

A private service will be held in her honor, with family gathering to celebrate her life.